Post on 15-Mar-2018
J-TB-002LA
February 2014
JA-21 Fixed Angle Rotor
Used In Beckman Coulter J2, J6,
and Avanti J Series Centrifuges
© 2008—2014 Beckman Coulter, Inc.
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JA-21 Rotor
Trademarks
Beckman Coulter, the stylized logo and Avanti are trademarks of
Beckman Coulter, Inc. and are registered in the USPTO.
All other trademarks, service marks, products, or services are trade-
marks of their respective holders.
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SAFETY NOTICE
This safety notice summarizes information basic to the safe use of the rotor described in this manual. The
international symbol displayed above is a reminder to the user that all safety instructions should be read
and understood before operation or maintenance of this equipment is attempted. When you see the symbol
on other pages throughout this publication, pay special attention to the specific safety information
presented. Observance of safety precautions will also help to avoid actions that could damage or adversely
affect the performance of the rotor. This rotor was developed, manufactured, and tested for safety and
reliability as part of a Beckman Coulter centrifuge/rotor system. Its safety or reliability cannot be assured if
used in a centrifuge not of Beckman Coulter’s manufacture or in a Beckman Coulter centrifuge that has
been modified without Beckman Coulter’s approval.
Handle body fluids with care because they can transmit disease. No known test offers
complete assurance that such fluids are free of micro-organisms. Some of the most
virulent—Hepatitis (B and C) viruses, HIV (I–V), atypical mycobacteria, and certain
systemic fungi —further emphasize the need for aerosol protection. Handle other infectious
samples according to good laboratory procedures and methods to prevent spread of disease.
Because spills may generate aerosols, observe proper safety precautions for aerosol contain-
ment. Do not run toxic, pathogenic, or radioactive materials in this rotor without taking
appropriate safety precautions. Biosafe containment should be used when Risk Group II
materials (as identified in the World Health Organization Laboratory Biosafety Manual)
are handled; materials of a higher group require more than one level of protection.
The rotor and accessories are not designed for use with materials capable of developing
flammable or explosive vapors. Do not centrifuge such materials in nor handle or store them
near the centrifuge.
Although rotor components and accessories made by other manufacturers may fit in the
JA-21 rotor, their safety in this rotor cannot be ascertained by Beckman Coulter. Use of
other manufacturers’ components or accessories in the JA-21 rotor may void the rotor
warranty and should be prohibited by your laboratory safety officer. Only the components
and accessories listed in this publication should be used in this rotor.
Make sure that filled containers are loaded symmetrically into the rotor and that opposing
tubes are filled to the same level with liquid of the same density.
If disassembly reveals evidence of leakage, and pathogenic or radioactive materials are
involved, you should assume that some fluid escaped the rotor. Apply appropriate decon-
tamination procedures to the centrifuge and accessories.
Never exceed the maximum rated speed of the rotor and labware in use. Refer to the section
on RUN SPEEDS.
Do not use sharp tools on the rotor that could cause scratches in the rotor surface. Corrosion
begins in scratches and may open fissures in the rotor with continued use.
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* The critical speed range is the range of speeds over which the rotor shifts so as to rotate aboutits center of mass. Passing through the critical speed range is characterized by some vibration.
† Relative Centrifugal Field (RCF) is the ratio of the centrifugal acceleration at a specified radiusand speed (rω2) to the standard acceleration of gravity (g) according to the following formula:
where r is the radius in millimeters, ω is the angular velocity in radians per second(2 π RPM /60), and g is the standard acceleration of gravity (9807 mm/s2). After substitution:
RCFrω2
g---------=
RCF 1.12 rRPM
1000------------⎝ ⎠⎛ ⎞
2
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JA-21 Rotor
JA-21 FIXED ANGLE ROTOR
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 000 rpm
Critical speed range* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 to 800 rpm
Density rating at maximum speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2 g/mL
Maximum allowable imbalance of opposing loads. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 grams
Relative Centrifugal Field† at maximum speed
At rmax (102 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 400 × g
At rav (73 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 100 × g
At rmin (45 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 200 × g
k factor at maximum speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 470
Conditions requiring speed reductions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see RUN SPEEDS
Number of tube cavities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Available tubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see Table 5
Nominal tube dimensions (largest tube) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 × 80 mm
Nominal tube capacity (largest tube) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 mL
Nominal rotor capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 mL
Approximate acceleration time to maximum speed
(rotor fully loaded) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1/2 min
Approximate deceleration time from maximum speed
(rotor fully loaded) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 min
Weight of fully loaded rotor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 kg (13 lb)
Rotor material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aluminum
Rotor entry code for J2 and J6 series microprocessor-
controlled centrifuges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Rotor entry code for Avanti J-E centrifuges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
40°
rmin
ravrmax
Axis of Rotation
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JA-21 Rotor
DESCRIPTION
This rotor has been manufactured in a registered ISO 9001 or 13485
facility for use with the appropriately classified Beckman Coulter
centrifuge.
The JA-21, rated for 21 000 rpm, is a fixed angle rotor designed to
centrifuge up to eighteen 10-mL tubes at a 40-degree angle to the
axis of rotation. Used in Beckman Coulter J2 and J6 series and Avanti
J series centrifuges, the rotor develops centrifugal forces that can
efficiently pellet subcellular organelles, viruses, bacteria,
mitochondria, chlorplasts, or algae.
The rotor body and lid are made of aluminum and are anodized for
corrosion resistance—the rotor is black and the lid is blue. O-rings
made of Buna N rubber in the lid and rotor body maintain atmo-
spheric pressure inside the rotor during centrifugation, if they are
properly lubricated. Two vertical pins in the rotor drive hole mate
with grooves in the centrifuge drive hub (in older model centrifuges),
or with drive hub teeth (new model centrifuges), to prevent the rotor
from slipping during acceleration and deceleration.
The JA-21 rotor is warranted for 7 years (see the Warranty).
PREPARATION AND USE
Specific information about the JA-21 rotor is given here. Use the
J Series Rotors and Tubes Manual (JR-IM) along with this rotor
manual for complete rotor and accessory operation.
NOTE
Although rotor components and accessories
made by other manufacturers may fit in the
JA-21 rotor, their safety in this rotor cannot be
ascertained by Beckman Coulter. Use of other
manufacturers’ components or accessories in
this rotor may void the rotor warranty and
should be prohibited by your laboratory safety
officer. Only the components and accessories
listed in this publication should be used in
this rotor.
Lid(335107)
Lid O-Ring(870612)
Rotor O-Ring(870980)
Rotor Body
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PRERUN SAFETY CHECKS
Read the Safety Notice page at the front of this manual before using
the rotor.
1. Make sure that the rotor and lid are clean and show no signs of
corrosion or cracking.
2. Inspect the rotor drive pins to ensure that they are not damaged
(see instructions on page 15).
3. Check the chemical compatibilities of all materials used. Refer to
Appendix A of J Rotors and Tubes for chemical compatibilities.
4. Verify that the tubes and bottles being used are listed in Table 3.
ROTOR PREPARATION
For runs at other than room temperature, refrigerate or warm the
rotor beforehand for fast equilibration.
1. Be sure that metal threads in the rotor are clean and lightly but
evenly lubricated with Spinkote™ lubricant (306812). Also ensure
that O-rings are lightly but evenly coated with silicone vacuum
grease (335148).
2. Load the filled containers symmetrically into the rotor. (Refer
to TUBES AND BOTTLES on page 11 for information about
containers.) If fewer than eighteen tubes are being run, they must
be arranged symmetrically in the rotor. Opposing tubes must be
filled to the same level with liquid of the same density (within
2 grams).
OPERATION
• For low-temperature runs, precool the rotor in the centrifuge or in
a refrigerator before use— especially before short runs—to ensure
that the rotor reaches the set temperature. A suggested precooling
cycle is a minimum of 30 minutes at 2000 rpm at the required
temperature.
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• If fluid containment is required, use capped tubes or bottles. It is
strongly recommended that all containers carrying physiological
fluids be capped to prevent leakage.
• If you are using an Avanti J series centrifuge, select the JA-21
rotor. If you are using an Avanti J-E centrifuge, enter rotor
code 21. If you are using a microprocessor-controlled J2 or J6
series centrifuge, enter rotor code 21. Refer to your centrifuge
instruction manual for additional information.
INSTALLING THE ROTOR
Two metal pins inside the rotor drive hole engage with teeth on the
centrifuge drive hub to prevent the rotor from slipping during acceler-
ation and deceleration (see Figure 1). When the rotor is properly
installed, the pins sit either in the drive hub grooves or on top of the
hub surface (see Figure 2).
In rotors manufactured since early 1997, the rotor pins are positioned
parallel to the BECKMAN name engraved at the center of the rotor
body (see Figure 3). Knowing the pin orientation before you install
the rotor will help to ensure that you position the rotor properly on the
hub, minimizing the chance of hub damage. Follow the steps below.
1. Turn the rotor until the BECKMAN name is either horizontal or
perpendicular to the drive hub pins or teeth (see Figure 3). Alter-
nately, rotate the drive spindle to align the hub pins or teeth with
the rotor drive pins.
Figure 1. Rotor Drive Pin Location and Orientation
BECKMAN
Rotor Drive Hole
Avanti J CentrifugeDrive Spindle Hub
Drive Pins(Angled pins shown.Pins can also bevertical or horizontal.)
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Figure 2. Centrifuge Drive Hub Configurations
Figure 3. Installing the Rotor
2. Carefully lower the rotor straight down onto the centrifuge drive
spindle hub. Do not drop the rotor onto the hub.
3. Slowly turn the rotor, making sure that it is properly seated on the
drive spindle hub. (In rare cases, the rotor pins can rest on top of
the hub pins or teeth and not seat on the hub surface. This can
prevent the rotor from being secured to the drive spindle. Turning
the rotor slightly after installing it will move the pins into proper
position.)
RotorPins (2)
DriveHub
Grooves (4)
DriveSpindleAssembly
Teeth (2)
DriveSpindleAssembly
Older Model Centrifuges —Be sure the pins in the rotor drive hole
are seated in the groovesof the drive spindle hub as shown.
Newer Model Centrifuges —Be sure the pins in the rotor drive hole
are not sitting on top of the teethon the drive spindle hub.
Drive Hub Drive Hub
Top View Side View
BECKMAN
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4. To secure the rotor to the drive spindle, place the lid on the rotor
and turn the lid knob to the right (clockwise) until secure. Do not
overtighten.
TEMPERATURE
To ensure that the JA-21 rotor reaches the required temperature
during the run, follow the appropriate instructions below for the
model of J centrifuge being used.
Avanti J Series Centrifuges
Enter the run temperature according to the instructions in your
centrifuge instruction manual. No additional input is required.
Microprocessor-Controlled J2 and J6 Series Centrifuges
(Models J2-MI, J6-MI, J2-MC, and J6-MC)
Enter rotor code 21, then follow the steps below.
1. Press the [TEMP] key on the centrifuge control panel and then use
the keypad to enter the sample temperature.
2. Find the compensation value in Table 1 that corresponds with the
set temperature and run speed. The compensation values listed in
Table 1 are approximates for all microprocessor-controlled centri-
fuge models. If precise temperature control is required, determine
the compensation settings empirically as follows:
a. Fill the rotor with water-filled tubes or bottles. Precool the
rotor and water to the required temperature.
b. Place the filled, precooled rotor in the centrifuge and run the
system for at least 1/2 hour.
c. Measure the water temperature. If it is lower than the required
run temperature, enter positive compensation units during run
setup following steps 3 and 4 below. If it is higher than the
required run temperature, enter negative compensation units
during run setup, also using steps 3 and 4, below.
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d. Discard the water. Fill tubes with sample, load tubes into the
rotor, and precool the system to the required temperature
before starting the run.
3. Press [COMP ADJ]. the word “COMP” flashes below the
TEMPERATURE display and the display flashes.
4. Use the keypad to enter the desired compensation value. Press the
[±.] key to enter a minus sign; pressing it again will remove the
minus sign.
5. Check the temperature display. (If the entry is incorrect, press [CE]
and reenter the digits.)
6. When the entry is correct, press [ENTER/RECALL].
NOTE
To clear a COMP ADJ entry, press [COMP ADJ],
[0], and [ENTER/RECALL].
Analog J2 Series Centrifuges
Enter the required run temperature and the appropriate temperature
compensation units on the centrifuge control panel as follows.
1. Turn the SET knob to the required sample temperature.
2. Find the compensation value (Table 1 for Models J2-HS and
J2-21, or Table 2 for Model J2-HC) that corresponds to the
required temperature and run speed. Set the COMP dial to that
setting. (Interpolate if intermediate values are required.)
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Table 1. J2-21 and J2-HS Centrifuge Temperature Settings
An “N” indicates that the rotor cannot achieve the desired temperature at this speed.
Table 2. J2-HC Centrifuge Temperature Settings
An “N” indicates that the rotor cannot achieve the desired temperature at this speed.
REMOVAL AND SAMPLE RECOVERY
!CAUTION
If disassembly reveals evidence of leakage, you
should assume that some fluid escaped the rotor.
Apply appropriate decontamination procedures
to the centrifuge and accessories.
1. Unscrew the rotor lid to release the rotor from the spindle hub.
2. Remove the rotor by lifting it straight up and off the drive spindle.
If the rotor sticks to the drive spindle, a collar adapter (338689)
and rotor removal tool (338896) may be used.
Rotor
Speed
(rpm)
Desired Sample Temperature (°C)
–20° –10° 2° 5° 10° 20° 40°
21 000 N N –10 –10 –10 –8 –6
18 000 N –8 –8 –7 –6 –5 –3
15 000 –6 –6 –5 –4 –4 –3 N
10 000 –3 –2 –1 –1 –1 0 N
Rotor
Speed
(rpm)
Desired Sample Temperature (°C)
–20° –10° 2° 5° 10° 20° 40°
18 000 N –8 –8 –7 –6 –5 –3
15 000 –6 –6 –5 –4 –4 –3 N
10 000 –4 –2 –1 –1 –1 –1 N
Rotor
Speed
(rpm)
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a. Remove the lid and small O-ring from the rotor.
b. Slide the flanges of the collar into the empty O-ring groove.
c. Screw the larger end of the rotor removal tool into the threaded
opening of the collar adapter. As the removal tool tightens
down, it will push against the drive spindle, causing the rotor to
rise within the centrifuge chamber.
d. Remove the tool and collar adapter from the rotor by reversing
the above procedure.
e. Replace the O-ring in the groove.
f. Remove the rotor from the centrifuge.
TUBES AND BOTTLES
The JA-21 rotor uses the tubes and bottles listed in Table 3. Use only
those items listed, and observe the maximum speed limits and fill
volumes shown. (Maximum fill volume is the maximum amount that
can be centrifuged in the container listed.) Refer to Appendix A in
Rotors and Tubes for chemical compatibilities of tube, bottle, and
accessory materials.
Temperature Limits
• Plastic containers have been centrifuge tested for use at temp-
eratures between 2 and 25°C. For centrifugation at other
temperatures, pretest tubes under anticipated run conditions.
• If plastic containers are frozen before use, make sure that they are
thawed to at least 2°C prior to centrifugation.
Thickwall Tubes
Thickwall polypropylene and polycarbonate tubes can be run partially
filled (at least half filled) without caps, but all opposing tubes for a
run must be filled to the same level with liquid of the same density.
Do not overfill capless tubes; be sure to note the fill volumes and run
speeds shown in Table 3.
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Table 3. Available Tubes and Bottles for the JA-21 Fixed Angle Rotor.
Use only the items listed here and observe fill volumes and maximum run speeds.
* Maximum speeds listed are guidelines only. These speeds have been achieved in reliability tests at Beckman Coulter, but, because of
manufacturing variances, no guarantee of performance or fit is expressed or implied.
Polycarbonate Bottles
Polycarbonate bottles may be centrifuged completely filled or
partially filled (not less than half full). Again, all opposing containers
for a run must be filled to the same level. Be sure to note the reduc-
tions in run speed shown in Table 3 if bottles are partially filled.
RUN TIMES
The k factor of the rotor is a measure of the rotor’s pelleting
efficiency. Beckman Coulter has calculated the k factors for all of
its rotors, at maximum speed with full tubes, using the following
formula:
Tube
Max
Fill Vol
(mL)
Required Accessory
Max Speed*/
RCF/
k Factor
Dimensions
and Volume Description
Part
Number Description
Part
Number
16 x 80 mm
10 mL
polycarbonate
bottle, screw-cap
355672 10 none — 21 000 rpm
50 400 x g
470
16 x 76 mm
10 mL
polycarbonate thickwall
tube, open top
355630 9 none — 21 000 rpm
50 400 x g
470
16 x 76 mm
10 mL
polypropylene thickwall
tube, open top
355640 9 none — 21 000 rpm
50 400 x g
470
16 x 76 mm
10 mL
stainless steel tube,
open top
301108 10 none — 21 000 rpm
50 400 x g
470
TIME HR:MIN
krmax rmin⁄( )ln
ω2
-------------------------------------10
13
3600------------×=
Tube
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where ω is the angular velocity of the rotor in radians per second
(ω = 0.105 × rpm), rmax is the maximum radius, and rmin is the
minimum radius.
After substitution:
In the JA-21 rotor, the k factor is 470 for full tubes. For containers
that nominally hold less than 10 mL, the k factors will be different.
Calculate k factors for these containers using equation (2).
Use the k factor in the following equation to estimate the run time t
(in hours) required to pellet particles of known sedimentation coeffi-
cient s (in Svedberg units, S).
For example, at 21 000 rpm, mammalian viruses (s = 700 S) can be
pelleted in
Run times can be estimated for centrifugation at less than maximum
speed by adjusting the k factor as follows:
Run times can also be estimated from data established in prior experi-
ments using a different rotor if the k factor of the previous rotor is
known. For any two rotors, a and b,
For more information on k factors, see Use of k Factor for Estimating
Run Times from Previously Established Run Conditions (publication
DS-719).
k2.533 10
11×( ) rmax r⁄ min( )ln
rpm2--------------------------------------------------------------------------=
tk
s--=
t470
700--------- 40 minutes≈=
kadj
k21 000
actual run speed---------------------------------------⎝ ⎠⎛ ⎞
2
=
ta
tb
-----k
a
kb
------=
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RUN SPEEDS
The centrifugal force at a given radius in a rotor is a function of
speed. Comparisons of forces between different rotors are made by
comparing the rotors’ relative centrifugal fields (RCF). When rota-
tional speed is adjusted so that identical samples are subjected to the
same rcf in two different rotors, the samples are subjected to the same
force. The RCF at a number of rotor speeds is provided in Table 4.
Do not select rotational speeds higher than the maximums you
have determined to be appropriate for your protocols (in no case
above 21 000 rpm or the limit shown in Table 3). In addition, when
centrifuging solutions more dense than 1.2 g/mL in this rotor, calcu-
late the reduced maximum allowable rotor speed:
where ρ is the density of the tube contents.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
NOTE
Do not use sharp tools on the rotor that could
cause scratches in the rotor surface. Corrosion
begins in scratches and may open fissures in the
rotor with continued use.
• Periodically (at least monthly) inspect the rotor, especially inside
cavities, for rough spots or pitting, white powder deposits
(frequently aluminum oxide), or heavy discoloration. If any of
these signs are evident, do not run the rotor. Contact your
Beckman Coulter representative for information about the Field
Rotor Inspection Program and the rotor repair center.
• Before using the rotor, inspect the rotor drive pins to ensure that
they are not damaged. Damaged drive pins can prevent the rotor
from seating properly on the centrifuge drive hub (Avanti J series
centrifuges only). To inspect the drive pins, turn the rotor upside
down and look into the drive hole in the center of the rotor. If
the drive pins appear damaged, contact Beckman Coulter Field
Service.
SPEED RPM/RCF
reduced maximum speed = (21 000 rpm)1.2 g/mL
ρ----------------------
Lid(335107)
Lid O-Ring(870612)
Rotor O-Ring(811656)
Rotor Body
Checkfor
Corrosion
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Table 4. Relative Centrifugal Fields for the JA-21 Rotor.
Entries in this table are calculated from the formula
RCF = 1.12 r (RPM/1000)2
and then rounded to three significant digits.
Rotor
Speed
(rpm)
Relative Centrifugal Field (× g)
k
Factor
At rmax
(102 mm)
At rav(73 mm)
At rmin
(46 mm)
21 000
20 000
19 000
18 000
17 000
50 400
45 700
41 200
37 000
33 000
36 100
32 700
29 500
26 500
23 600
22 200
20 200
18 200
16 300
14 600
470
518
574
640
717
16 000
15 000
14 000
13 000
29 200
25 700
22 400
19 300
20 900
18 400
16 000
13 800
12 900
11 300
9 880
8 520
810
921
1058
1227
12 000
11 000
10 000
9 000
16 500
13 800
11 400
9 250
11 800
9 890
8 180
6 620
7 260
6 100
5 040
4 080
1439
1713
2073
2559
8 000
7 000
6 000
5 000
7 310
5 600
4 110
2 860
5 230
4 010
2 940
2 040
3 230
2 470
1 810
1 260
3239
4230
5758
8291
Relative Centrifugal Fields, JA-21 Rotor
Speed (rpm)
RC
F (x
g)
rmax
rav
r min
0
10 000
20 000
30 000
40 000
50 000
60 000
6 000 9 000 12 000 15 000 18 000 21 000 0 3 000
Rotor
Speed
(rpm)
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• Regularly lubricate the metal threads in the rotor with a thin, even
coat of Spinkote lubricant (306812). Failure to keep these threads
lubricated can result in damaged threads.
• Regularly apply silicone vacuum grease to the O-rings. Replace
O-rings about twice a year or whenever worn or damaged.
Refer to Appendix A in Rotors and Tubes for chemical compatibili-
ties of rotor and accessory materials. Your Beckman Coulter repre-
sentative provides contact with the Field Rotor Inspection Program
and the rotor repair center.
CLEANING
Wash the rotor and rotor components immediately if salts or other
corrosive materials are used or if spillage has occurred. Do not allow
corrosive materials to dry on the rotor.
Under normal use, wash the rotor frequently (at least weekly) to
prevent buildup of residues.
1. Remove the O-rings before washing.
2. Wash the rotor and lid in a mild detergent, such as Beckman Coul-
ter Solution 555, that won’t damage the rotor. The Rotor Cleaning
Kit (339558) contains two special plastic-coated brushes and two
quarts of Solution 555 for use with rotors and accessories. Dilute
the detergent 10 to 1 with water.
NOTE
Do not wash rotor components in a dishwasher.
Do not soak in detergent solution for long
periods, such as overnight.
3. Thoroughly rinse the cleaned rotor and components with distilled
water.
4. Air-dry the rotor and lid upside down. Do not use acetone to dry
the rotor.
5. Apply a thin, even coat of silicone vacuum grease to the lid O-ring
before replacing it in the groove in the outer rim of the lid. Also
apply silicone vacuum grease to the rotor O-ring before
reassembly.
Rotor CleaningKit (339558)
Lid O-Ring(870612)
Rotor O-Ring(811656)
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Clean metal threads every 6 months, or as necessary. Use a brush and
concentrated Solution 555. Rinse and dry thoroughly, then lubricate
lightly but evenly with Spinkote to coat all threads.
Periodically remove the O-rings and wipe clean as necessary. Clean
the O-ring grooves with a cotton-tipped swab. Reapply a light film of
silicone vacuum grease.
DECONTAMINATION
If the rotor (and/or accessories) becomes contaminated with radioac-
tive material, it should be decontaminated using a solution that will
not damage the anodized surfaces. Beckman Coulter has tested a
number of solutions and found two that do not harm anodized
aluminum: RadCon Surface Spray or IsoClean Solution (for
soaking),1 and Radiacwash.2
NOTE
IsoClean can cause fading of colored anodized
surfaces. Use it only when necessary and
remove it promptly from surfaces.
While Beckman Coulter has tested these methods and found that they
do not damage components, no guarantee of decontamination is
expressed or implied. Consult your laboratory safety officer regarding
the proper decontamination methods to use.
If the rotor or other components are contaminated with toxic or patho-
genic materials, follow appropriate decontamination procedures as
outlined by your laboratory safety officer.
1 In U.S., contact Nuclear Associates (New York); in Eastern Europe and Commonwealth States, contact Victoreen GmbH (Munich);
in South Pacific, contact Gammasonics Pty. Ltd. (Australia); in Japan, contact Toyo Medic Co. Ltd. (Tokyo).2 In U.S., contact Biodex Medical Systems (Shirley, New York); internationally, contact the U.S. office to find the dealer closest to you.
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STERILIZATION AND DISINFECTION
• The rotor and all rotor components can be autoclaved at 121°C for
up to an hour. Remove the lid from the rotor and place the rotor
and lid in the autoclave upside down.
• Ethanol (70%)3 may be used on all rotor components, including
those made of plastic. Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) may be used,
but may cause discoloration of anodized surfaces. Use the
minimum immersion time for each solution, per laboratory
standards.
While Beckman Coulter has tested these methods and found that they
do not damage the rotor or components, no guarantee of sterility or
disinfection is expressed or implied. When sterilization or disinfec-
tion is a concern, consult your laboratory safety officer regarding
proper methods to use.
Refer to publication IN-192, included in each box of tubes or bottles,
for tube and bottle sterilization and disinfection procedures.
STORAGE
When the rotor is not in use, store it in a dry environment (not in the
instrument) with the lid removed to allow air circulation so moisture
will not collect in the tube cavities.
3 Flammability hazard. Do not use in or near operating centrifuges.
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RETURNING A ROTOR
Before returning a rotor or accessory for any reason, prior permission
(a Returned Goods Authorization form) must be obtained from
Beckman Coulter, Inc. This RGA form may be obtained from your
local Beckman Coulter sales office, and should contain the following
information:
• serial number
• history of use (approximate frequency of use),
• reason for the return,
• original purchase order number, billing number, and shipping
number, if possible,
• name and phone number of the person to be notified upon receipt
of the rotor or accessory at the factory, and,
• name and phone number of the person to be notified about repair
costs, etc.
To protect our personnel, it is the customer’s responsibility to ensure
that all parts are free from pathogens and/or radioactivity. Steriliza-
tion and decontamination must be done before returning the parts.
Smaller items (such as tubes, bottles, etc.) should be enclosed in a
sealed plastic bag.
All parts must be accompanied by a note, plainly visible on the out-
side of the box or bag, stating that they are safe to handle and that
they are not contaminated with pathogens or radioactivity. Failure to
attach this notification will result in return or disposal of the items
without review of the reported problem.
Use the address label printed on the RGA form when mailing the
rotor and/or accessories.
Customers located outside the United States should contact their local
Beckman Coulter office.
RGA
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SUPPLY LIST
NOTE
Publications referenced in this manual can be
obtained by calling Beckman Coulter at 1-800-
742-2345 in the United States, or by contacting
your local Beckman Coulter office.
Contact Beckman Coulter Sales (1-800-742-2345 in the United
States) or your local Beckman Coulter office, or see the High Perfor-
mance, High Speed, High Capacity Rotors, Tubes & Accessories
catalog (BR-8102) for detailed information on ordering parts and
supplies. For your convenience, a partial list is given below.
REPLACEMENT ROTOR PARTS
Rotor assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334845
Rotor lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369349
Rotor lid O-ring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 870612
Rotor body O-ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 811656
Lid attachment bolt assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343631
OTHER
Tubes and bottles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see Table 3
Spinkote lubricant (2 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306812
Silicone vacuum grease (1 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335148
Rotor Cleaning Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339558
Beckman Solution 555 (1 qt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339555
Rotor cleaning brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339379
Rotor removal tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338896
Collar adapter for rotor removal tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338689
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J SERIES ROTOR WARRANTY
Subject to the conditions specified below and the warrantyclause of the Beckman Coulter, Inc., terms and conditions ofsale in effect at the time of sale, Beckman Coulter, Inc. agreesto correct either by repair, or, at its election, by replacement,any defects of material or workmanship which develop withinseven (7) years after delivery of a J series rotor to the originalbuyer by Beckman Coulter, Inc. or by an authorized represen-tative, provided that investigation and factory inspection byBeckman Coulter, Inc. discloses that such defect developedunder normal and proper use. Should a Beckman Coulter cen-trifuge be damaged due to a failure of a rotor covered by thiswarranty, Beckman Coulter will supply free of charge all cen-trifuge parts required for repair.
REPLACEMENT
Any product claimed to be defective must, if requested byBeckman Coulter, Inc., be returned to the factory, transporta-tion charges prepaid, and will be returned to Buyer with thetransportation charges collect unless the product is found to bedefective, in which case Beckman Coulter, Inc. will pay alltransportation charges.
A defective rotor will be replaced by Beckman Coulter, Inc. atits then current list price less a credit based upon the age of therotor (years since date of purchase). The Buyer shall notreceive credit until the claimed defective rotor is returned toBeckman Coulter’s Indianapolis, Indiana facility or deliveredto a Beckman Field Service representative.
The replacement price (cost to Buyer) for the respective rotorshall be calculated as follows:
Replacement price = Current rotor list price ×
CONDITIONS
1. Except as otherwise specifically provided herein, this war-ranty covers the rotor only and Beckman Coulter, Inc.shall not be liable for damage to accessories or ancillarysupplies including but not limited to (i) tubes, (ii) tubecaps, (iii) tube adapters, or (iv) tube contents.
2. This warranty is void if the rotor has been subjected tocustomer misuse such as operation or maintenance con-trary to the instructions in the Beckman Coulter rotor orcentrifuge manual.
3. This warranty is void if the rotor is operated with a rotordrive unit or in a centrifuge unmatched to the rotor charac-teristics, or is operated in a Beckman Coulter centrifugethat has been improperly disassembled, repaired, ormodified.
DISCLAIMER
IT IS EXPRESSLY AGREED THAT THE ABOVE WAR-
RANTY SHALL BE IN LIEU OF ALL WARRANTIES OF
FITNESS AND OF THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANT-
ABILITY AND THAT BECKMAN COULTER, INC.
SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND WHATSO-
EVER ARISING OUT OF THE MANUFACTURE, USE,
SALE, HANDLING, REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.
years
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